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So, that's another Christmas over. What will 2016 hold in store for all of us? It's the time of year when many of us, if not exactly making New Year's Resolutions, at least try to think about what we'd like to do differently this year. I aim to plan my time better, so that I can really enjoy my days off, rather than spending the time fretting about all the things I haven't ticked off on my To Do list. Rob Young is a totally inspiring man who, once he's decided to do something, just gets on with it. In April 2014, he watched the London Marathon and decided he could run a marathon, too. So, with no previous experience in distance running, he ran not one, but 370 marathons over the next year. Not only that, he broke the world record for the longest run without stopping to sleep - 373 miles. You can read the story behind the determination in A Day In The Life Of... on pg 17. From mid-February do take a look at our fantastic new website. With the help of the fabulous web designer, Helen Bantock (www.helenbantock.co.uk), it's full of great local news, events and businesses, you can find all the latest up-to-date local information: www.livinginmagazines.co.uk.
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Homes: A new, fresh look Gardening: homemade brew A Day In The Life Of... marathon man History: Richmond at War Restaurant review: Treviso Local talk Kew Community Trust fund raiser Local history: William Christian SellÊ Health: New Year, New You What’s On
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new style? riding themes for 2016 is ‘Heritage & Future’; in other words, the idea that one has to take inspiration from the past in order to design for the future. So, vintage and antique references support those of the modern-day in a palette that includes chocolate, sand, a deep, pinkish red, muted orange and spicy browns. Ideal for an overhaul in any style of property.
Where do I start? Think about which parts of your home feel most tired and unloved. Perhaps walls could More easy updates do with a wash of fresh paint, for example. You may not be in the market for buying Dulux’s colour of the year is Cherished Gold, new furniture, but there are still ways to a gold-influenced ochre that can be used on update your old pieces for a fabulous new its own as a statement or as a highlight in look. Ikea has identified a key trend this year combination with other hues. for personalisation – just look at what can be The overall colour palette for this year is done with an inexpensive chest of drawers, muted, warm and soft yet also sophisticated. spray paint and some imagination. ‘Think coral, not orange, ochre not yellow and On a subtler note, a change of paint colour, midnight, not blue. This is a friendly palette or even a wood stain, combined with new but with a dark, mysterious side,’ says Rebecca knobs or pulls, will give wooden furniture a Williamson, Dulux’s senior colour design new lease of life, and content 'The overall colour palette for while for really manager. this year is muted, warm and soft on-trend attitude Another of you could have Dulux’s overyet also sophisticated...'
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ut with the old, in with the new, and if your New Year’s resolution is to refresh your home with a fashionable look, interiors expert Katherine Sorrell has some handy tips to help
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Keep going around the house Another way to add interest to dull walls would be with an eye-catching, stick-on-peel-off design, a metal-framed mirror or an oversized print. Boring floor? Time for a new rug – or there is always the option of either sanding back or painting old wooden boards. Looking for something simpler? Adding a sheepskin to an old sofa or chair will give instant uplift, as will a change of bed linen, towels or small accessories such as cushions, storage baskets or vases. And how about lights? A sassy lampshade can alter the look of an entire room, while popping in some filament bulbs will give your lighting a vibe that’s absolutely hot right now. How about a cool coat hook or new door knobs? Some kitchen canisters or a bathroom soap dispenser?
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Seventies think of corduroy, brown, orange and wood panelling. Instead, we want to create a more glamorous Seventies style in our homes: think Charlie’s Angels, Studio 54, and Bianca Jagger,’ says Lesley Pennington, CEO and founder of Bemz. She recommends mixing plain fabrics in rose, steel, mineral blue and straw with geometric accents, plus dark wood, shiny brass, fluffy cushions, small tables and statement floor lamps. At the opposite end of the spectrum is the Scandi look that is all natural, textural, tonal and pared-back, including sheepskin, leather, wood and felt. If you prefer something with more colour, go for a folk-inspired style
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Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3 x 3 box contains the numbers 1 through to 9. You solve the puzzle with reasoning and logic - there’s no maths involved and no adding up. Have fun! ANSWERS: pg.43
Review Of The Year 1. What was the name of the lion that was killed in Zimbabwe on July 1st after a dentist from Minnesota was reported to have paid 50,000 dollars to hunt him? 2. In May 2015, Ireland became the first country to legalise what by popular vote? 3. Which band cancelled their Friday night headline slot at the 2015 Glastonbury Festival after lead singer Dave Grohl fell off stage and broke his leg at a concert in Sweden? 4. With 19% of the votes, who finished runner-up in the 2015 Labour Party leadership election? 5. What was the name of Banksy's art project that was constructed in Westonsuper-Mare and was described as a "family theme park unsuitable for children"? 6. In which 2015 film did Sandra Bullock voice a villain called Scarlet Overkill? 7. Libby Lane was in the news in January 2015 after becoming the first what? 8. In 2015, who became only the second British female solo artist to have had five number-one hit singles in the UK? 9. What was the name of the dog that, together with his owner Jules O'Dwyer, won the 2015 series of Britain's Got Talent? 10. Other than the Conservative Party and the Labour Party, what was the only party to win over 10 percent of the total votes cast at the 2015 General Election? Answers: pg 43
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homemade brew Herbal teabags are a common sight these days, but I don’t think there is anything to beat using fresh ingredients from your own garden when you want to relax with a brew
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resh plants come loaded with vitamins, antioxidants, essential oils and other numerous compounds that boost our health. A fresh tea made from edible fresh herbs captures between 50 and 90 percent of the effective ingredients of the plant – but please note the word ‘edible’. And do make sure that your samples have not been sprayed with any insecticide and are free from other noxious substances such as diesel or petrol fumes and cat pee! You merely put a large handful of the chosen plant material into a big pot and pour over some boiling water. Let them steep for a few minute and, if you drain the pot quickly, then it’s OK to refill the pot with more boiling water for a second infusion. Lavender Maybe you’ve never thought of using lavender to make tea, but its floral taste is amazing. A lavender brew using the flowers is sweet and fragrant and is perfect for calming your mind, reducing tension and alleviating a headache. Your supply should be virtually unlimited as lavender is easy to grow in any sunny, well-drained part of the garden.
'A lavender brew is perfect for calming your mind...' Thyme Thyme might be a surprising addition to the list of suitables, but it’s effective ingredient is supposed to calm stomach problems and sore throat. Use its leaves to prepare tea and, if there are flowers available, then add them, too. Thyme grows well in full sun but also tolerates partial sun, so it’s an ideal low maintenance herb. Ginger Ginger tea is useful as an antioxidant and contains antibacterial properties, and is often recommended to combat nausea. You’ll need a piece about the size of an ice cube chopped up or grated. If you are using a teapot, pop in the ginger and pour in boiling water. Let it steep for about 10 minutes. Sweeten if needed with honey. To grow your own ginger, you start with a piece of fresh root ginger (actually the rhizome of the plant), which you can buy at any supermarket. Choose a piece which has some well-developed ‘growth buds’. Break the root into pieces with a growth bud on each piece and plant in a seed tray with moist potting compost. Keep the seed tray indoors because most ginger is not winter hardy. On the other hand, central heating can make the air a little too dry, so it’s a good idea to spray the plants with a mister once in a while. Valerie McBride-Munro is a chartered horticulturist offering a plant problemsolving service. Tel: 020 8892 9243
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Market news... Community Food, Arts & Crafts Market
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a day in the life of... marathon man
Inspired by watching the London Marathon in April 2014, Rob Young set out the next day to run his first marathon. Having done that, he decided to run a few more. Exactly one year later he’d run a world record 370 marathons. He has now raced all over the world, raising money for charities such as Great Ormond Street Hospital, Dreams Come True and NSPCC and holds the record for running the longest distance without sleep 373 miles. He recently won Champion of the Year at the Peace and Sports Awards
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veryone has the ability to run a marathon. It takes three weeks for the body to adjust and one week for the mind. My first run was triggered by a 20p bet - my fiancée told me I couldn’t do it, so I set out the next day and ran 26 miles. Everything seemed to click and I knew I could do long distances. A year later I’d run 370 marathons. As I had a full-time job I’d start running at 3am and finish at 7am. I ran over 10,000 miles in one year and I still get up all hours, travelling from race to race, although I gave up work to run full time. Hopefully, one day I’ll earn an income from it. ‘People ask how I plan my runs. My technique is to run the first half of the race faster and the second half is about easing off and replenishing stores. If I know I’m in the lead I can slow to a jog for a while. ‘When I start out on a long run, lots of thoughts go through my head - everything about life - but after a while my mind just goes blank. Then,
Rob receiving his award for Champion of the Year at the Peace and Sports Awards in Monaco in November
'I use sport to bring inspiration, to show you can move forward in your life, whatever has happened to you...' slowly, I begin to become aware of what’s around me, taking in the scenery and my surroundings. Further on, I might start doing a silly dance or break into a song, just to break the mindset. I'll start thinking about how I can help the person next to me keep going - just make them smile. ‘During a run I might have 150 people following me at any time - other ultra (long distance) runners, kids, bikes, cars. The running community is fantastic and ultras really help each other, sometimes giving up the win to do so. ‘Straight after a race I’ll eat 2,000 calories -
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three burgers, a milkshake, whatever - just to get some calories in quickly. Then a couple of hours later I’ll have three plates of pasta and veg. ‘I’m motivated by raising money for children’s charities. My early years were very difficult. I had an abusive father and it was normal to have daily beatings. He used to dangle me over the banisters by one leg and said if I made a noise he’d drop me. I feel like my family tree starts with me and I want to help disadvantaged kids. ‘I also want to give other children hope. I have given more than 100 talks to schools about my background - that I was tortured and the things he did to my mum and sister. The kids are totally focused on my story and then I use sport to bring inspiration, to show you can move forward in your life, whatever has happened to you. ‘At the end of each day I lie in bed thinking about running more, pushing myself harder. When I close my eyes, I see roads.’ You can find out more about Rob and help to support his charities at: marathonmanuk.com
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RICHMOND AT WAR A new book looks at the history of Richmond during the Second World War
Left: Peldon Avenue, Richmond, opposite the Alms Houses on Sheen Road, after being hit by a landmine on 20 September, 1940. Right: Peldon Court - one of the blocks of flats that now occupy the space, opposite the Alms Houses
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hat was it like to live through the Second World War in Richmond? As well as fear, disruption and long queues for food, there was also a lighter side, with the community really coming together to help each other out. For his new book, Richmond at War 19391945, local author and historian, Simon Fowler, has brought together archives and local accounts by people who lived through the war to produce a detailed look at how the town came through six years of turmoil. Like much of London, Richmond was prepared for when war came. Air raid shelters had been built under Richmond Green, or people could take cover under the arches of Richmond Bridge or in trenches in Old Deer Park. If people couldn’t make it to a shelter safely, many hid under the stairs of their homes. For the residents of a whole street - Peldon Avenue - this wasn’t enough to save them when a massive land mine hit, destroying almost every house (pictured above) and killing 26 people. One of the first policeman on the scene found his wife, Lilian Danby, and their three daughters Margaret
(14), Stella (13) and Sybil (11) had all been killed. His young son was later found alive. The book also covers the important role Richmond Park played in the war - housing military units, a rehabilitation centre, antiaircraft guns and, in Pembroke Lodge, a base for the Phantom Regiment, which included the film star, David Niven. While war was terrifying for children during air raids or the coming of the V1 bombs, it was also a time for unusual play - collecting shrapnel souvenirs - or a chance to miss school. But for the main part, life went on as usual. People went to work; cinemas - there were four in Richmond at that time - remained open, showing the latest Hollywood films; Richmond Theatre put on a variety of plays and day trippers arrived from other areas of London for a day by the river.
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here have been at least three restaurants on this spot in Kew Road, Richmond, in the last few years. From what I remember, they were owned by the same people who regularly opened up under a new name, only to close down again a year or so later. So it was a relief to see that Treviso is a totally new family-run venture. Three of us went on a cold and blustery Saturday night, when it was good to be inside a cosy restaurant. It is obviously popular as they were turning away people who hadn’t booked. Although the décor - think dark wood and rustic tables hasn’t changed much from the previous incarnation, the atmosphere is so much better: warm, relaxed and with attentive waitresses. For starters, my son, Finn, and I both opted for the cocktail di Gambereti, with Mary Rose dressing and sourdough bread (£6.50). I was half expecting prawns in mayo in a dessert glass, but what arrived was a beautiful plate of meaty pan-fried prawns sitting on the sourdough and garnished with a light dressing. We both thought they were excellent. Alex, my husband, went for the tomato and basil soup of the day (£4.95), which was thick and flavoursome and perfect for a winter’s evening. I’ve heard great things about their pasta, but I went for a dish that included all my favourite ingredients - medallions of beef fillet, smoked pancetta and Dolcelatte crumb, with crushed potatoes and aubergine caviar (£21.50). While the plate looked amazing, the Dolcelatte
'They are definitely generous with their portions...' flavour sadly seemed to be missing and the steak, while still very good, was more cooked than asked for. Finn’s ribeye steak with roasted mushrooms and salad (£17.50) was really good although could have done with a little more seasoning. Alex chose from the specials, having the monkfish and lemon mash (£16.95). Unlike Finn’s dish this was slightly over-salted, but good nevertheless. They are definitely generous with their portions, which is always great in my view, but it did mean that we had to forego the delicious sounding puddings, among them chocolate mousse with amaretto (£5.95), tiramisu (£4.75) or vanilla and coffee Panna Cotta with Bailey’s sauce (£5.20). While I’ve been a bit nit-picking here, we had a really lovely evening. The food isn’t anything adventurous, but a great place to come for a good relaxed meal, which is great value. I don’t think there are many Richmond restaurants where you can get a tasty starter for just £4.95. Definitely worth a try. Pippa Duncan 94 Kew Road, Richmond 8940 0033 treviso-restaurant.co.uk
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local talk... east twickenham • A look at the past While its larger counterpart, the Museum of Richmond, is perhaps more well-known, The Twickenham Museum stores a wealth of history covering Twickenham, Whitton, Teddington and the Hamptons. Find out more about the poet and satirist, Alexander Pope, or the history behind the statues at York House, or browse old photos of the area from the start of the First World War. twickenham-museum.org.uk
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• Covert operations Who are history's most prolific spies? Could a member of your family have been one of them? If you're interested in fact rather than fiction, a visit to the National Archives bookshop will reveal a fascinating insight into the lives of those who worked undercover. Delve into world of the clever and double-crossing Agent Zig Zag - rogue, confidence trickster and hero; or the life of Guy Burgess - known as Stalin's Englishman or get tips from The British Spy Manual, the dossier given to spies before being dropped into occupied France. nationalarchives.gov.uk 26
• Just A Drop Congratulations to 20 Kew mums who raised £500 for the clean water charity, Just A Drop. The mums, from Kew College, filled their jerry cans from the muddy shores of the Thames and walked from Kew Bridge to Chiswick Bridge and back - a distance of almost 6k - the distance many children have to travel to fetch water.
richmond • Virginia's Richmond By the time Virigina Woolf arrived in Richmond she had already deteriorated into mental ill health. The Richmond History Society is hosting a talk by biographer and art historian, Frances Spalding, on what life was like in Richmond, not only for Virginia but her husband, Leonard Woolf, who had to deal with his beloved wife losing her sanity. What attracted the couple to Richmond in the first place - and why did Virginia have such a great love for the District Line? 11 January, 8-9pm richmondhistory.org.uk 020 8891 3825 Tweet me your events or comments @LivingInMag
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WEDDING FAIR - 7 February The Landmark Wedding Fair is the perfect way to plan your perfect day
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rides and grooms-to-be will find inspiration, ideas and style from a hand-picked selection of over 40 unique wedding experts from designer milliners and artisan cake makers to handmade accessories and wedding dresses. Highlights include two fabulous fashion shows, free hair trials, live music and a ‘Wedspiration Zone’ for crafty brides featuring creative ideas and demos on beading, raggedy wreath making, paper cutting and paper pompom making.
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Kew Community Trust - raises £19,000 Local charity raises funds for The Avenue Club
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ongratulations to local charity, Kew Community Trust, which raised a recordbreaking £19,000 at their recent Casino Royale evening for The Avenue Club. The event was a sell-out, with 120 local residents enjoying cocktails, live jazz music, casino and a delicious three-course meal. During the evening star prizes encouraged a frenzy of bidding. Says Sally Durant, KCT chairperson: 'We rely heavily on charitable donations and the record amount of more than £19,000 raised this year will make a huge difference to The Avenue Club.' The Club offers classes, outings, talks, personal care services and hot lunches to local elderly residents. avenueclubkew.com
Helping to make the evening a success... Top, from left to right: Rita Kamat, Marel Blunden, William Wollard, Vish Sowani. Bottom: Louise and Daryl Booth
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William Christian Sellé
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Victoria's unknown musician
William Christian Sellé was a distinguished musician in his own day, but is now almost forgotten
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is name does not appear in the Oxford Dictionary of National Biography, or Who's Who or even Groves Dictionary of Music. Yet William Christian Sellé was appointed the Musician in Ordinary to Queen Victoria, was organist at the Chapel Royal, Hampton Court for 46 years and was also a gifted violinist, owning a Stradivarius. His father, John Kristian Sellé, also a violinist, had come from Hanover to enter the service of the Duke of Cumberland, the fifth son of George III. Shortly after he arrived, John Kristian married the daughter of a Suffolk farmer, settled in Kew and later died aged 87. William Sellé himself was born in 1813 and, when 19, married a girl called Selina Daniel, aged 17, who was described in his obituary, as his 'girl-wife'. They set up home in Richmond and he earned his living primarily by teaching the piano and organ, rather than his favourite instrument, the violin. One of his pupils was Princess Mary, daughter of the Duke of Cambridge. She married Prince Francis of Teck and Sellé played the organ at her wedding at St. Anne’s Church, Kew. Her daughter, Princess Mary of Teck, married the then Duke of York, who later became George V. Sellé was sufficiently regarded as a musician in his own day to be awarded a 'Lambeth' doctorate in music; the Archbishop of Canterbury has the ancient right to confer degrees under the Ecclesiastical Licences Act 1533. Sellé was also a composer, but here he met with less success. In October 1894 he provided the music for a lyrical drama of Shelley’s poem, Hellas, which he regarded as his best work, but the press was not kind, with the The Morning Post even going as far to say that the poem should never have been put to music!
Sellé was a member of the Richmond Vestry, playing a leading role in local politics as a Liberal. His 1853 campaign to set up a Richmond Public Library was unsuccessful - it took another 28 'Sellé was a member years for the of the Richmond library to be created. Vestry, playing When a a leading role in number of local politics...' clergymen said that Hampton Court had become a den of iniquity after it had opened to the public in the 1840s, Sellé, as the organist there, was able to persuade the authorities that there was no evidence to support this. In later life he became a well-known character in Richmond, regularly wearing a large hat. He died suddenly of a heart attack in 1898, aged 85, while having a pint at the Greyhound pub and hotel in George St, Richmond - where the Gant shop now stands.
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what's on LOCALLY Theatre...
Lord of the Flies
19 - 23 January A group of school boys survive a plane crash on a deserted island. As they struggle to survive, the boys are at first full of a sense of adventure, but quickly descend into conflict and a darkly sinister world of superstition and immorality. William Golding's 20th century classic is performed by the award-winning Regent's Park Theatre. This acclaimed production will keep you gripped to the end.
Richmond Theatre, The Green, Richmond. Tickets £11.90-£40.40. 7.30pm, 2.30pm mats. atgtickets.com
Music...
Eel Pie Club
14 January Joe Jammer's All Star Chicago Blues Review
Joe Jammer was live guitarist for Supertramp and Donna Summer, session guitarist for Mick Jagger, Joe Cocker, Ringo Star and Jerry Lee Lewis and Chicago Jam Master at The Speakeasy, here in London. Also a founding member of The Olympic Runners, so don't miss the chance to see the witty and entertaining Joe at the Eel Pie Club, featuring some great blues musicians and vocalists. Tickets £11. eelpieclub.com. Tel: 020 8973 3605. joejammer.com 46
let's talk... Gyles BrandrethLooking for Happiness 23 January
When the awardwinning raconteur set out to find the seven secrets of happiness, he started in Las Vegas and ended up in the psychiatrist's chair. Gyles will entertain you all evening by sharing what he discovered about who gets to be happy and how they did it. Rose Theatre, Kingston. 7.30pm, tickets £10-£20. rosetheatrekingston.org.
Comedy...
Gits & Shiggles - Kerry Godliman
2 February Kerry and her cohorts are amongst the best emerging stand up comics in the country. Kerry portrayed Hannah in Ricky Gervais' Channel 4 sitcom, Derek, and has also appeared in Miranda and Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow. Tickets £10 on the door. Half Moon Pub, 93 Lower Richmond Rd, Putney. geronimo-inns.co.uk/london-the-half-moon
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